Wyndham Hotel Group has entered the Chicago market with the rebranded 334-room Hotel 71, which will now be known as Wyndham Grand Chicago Riverfront. It is in the midst of a renovation project, the first phase of which will be completed this summer.

The first phase includes redesigned guest rooms, remodeled guest bathrooms and improved elevators. The second phase, scheduled for completion year’s end, will enhance the hotel’s meeting and event space by adding a 4,700-square-foot Grand Ballroom and a 1,660-square-foot outdoor terrace connected to the existing 39th Floor Penthouse Ballroom.

The renovation of the 39-story property also includes the development of 47 timeshare units in partnership with Wyndham Hotel Group’s sister company, Wyndham Vacation Ownership.